Prussian Salt and Pepper Shakers

Although known for their sometimes austere life style, the Prussian kings are also famous for finedining, as can be seen from theduoof the saltandpepper shakersonthetable.

The gems are containers for thetwomost importantseasoningsformanyfood- both feastsforthe diner's eye.

Attimes of Frederickthe Great, saltwas often served inaSaliera,asalt barrel.Inthemiddle ages, asumptuouslycraftedvesselin the shape of aship,thesalt ship,was placed at theprincelytable. Yet, more and more the small shakers had gained their place instead of it.

Thesalt shakerandpepper comes withits delicate,silver platedcase,with blueglassthrough which the light miraculously shines.Our replica are authentically representing thoseofthatera,whenthese shakers wereinvented120yearsago. They are a nostalgicornamentand also agiftthat shows a good taste.